Self-Management Training (SMT)

Much of the recovery from bipolar is rooted in the ability of the person to manage the condition.

Training on self-management is available.  Bipolar Scotland and MDF the BiPolar Organisation (England and Wales) run a training course which is modular and teaches people how to recognise personal triggers and early warning signs, which in turn will enable participants to understand how and when to take action to prevent the mood shift from escalating to severe depression or mania.

The course includes:

Session 1 Principles of Self Management and the aims and objectives of the course.  The nature and impact of bipolar disorder
Session 2 Identification of triggers and warning signs
Session 3 Coping strategies and self medication
Session 4 Support networks and Action Plans
Session 5 Advance statement
Session 6 Complementary therapies, coping strategies and finalising action plans

The SMT course lasts for 3 days.  Participants are advised against taking part if they have recently spent time in hospital.  The course tends to take place over a weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and lasts from 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM.  Therefore participants need to be well enough to fully take part in all three days and must be prepared to cover topics which can be challenging.

For further information on undertaking self-management training, contact us.